Red Velvet Cupcakes for Two: A Sweet Romantic Treat
Indulge in the rich and luxurious taste of Red Velvet Cupcakes, perfectly portioned for two. This recipe offers a delightful way to add a touch of sweetness to any romantic occasion, combining the classic flavors of red velvet with a smooth cream cheese frosting.
Equipment
- Oven
- Cupcake tin
- Electric mixer or whisk
- Mixing Bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Toothpick
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1,2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 3 tbsp buttermilk
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 egg white
- 1/2 tsp red food coloring
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp white vinegar
For the Cream Cheese Frosting:
- 2 ounces cream cheese softened
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter softened
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a cupcake tin with two cupcake liners.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking soda, and a pinch of salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix buttermilk, vegetable oil, egg white, red food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the two cupcake liners. Bake for 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Prepare Frosting: While cupcakes cool, beat together cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Decorate: Once cupcakes are completely cool, frost them with the cream cheese frosting.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cupcakeCalories: 390kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 31mgSodium: 170mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 42gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg
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